I guess it is more correct to say the planets are aligning this month, but it is a spectacle to witness. A “Planet Parade” is the term used when four or more planets line up and this month we have that happening in our night sky.
Now that the Full “Wolf Moon” has had its chance to shine, we can see Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars line up. If you have a good set of binoculars you will likely be able to add Uranus and Neptune to that list as well. If you are really lucky, there is also the comet “Atlas” that could be seen too.
Many are saying that January 25th is the night to see this rare parade, but some experts are confessing that the line up will likely be visible for a few weeks.
See January’s “Planet Parade,” plus Comet ATLAS Now Visible in Daylight
Here is a video to help you find what you are looking for in the night sky along with some upcoming celestial events to look forward to in 2025. Enjoy and happy star gazing.